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Washington Corrections Center, a prison in Shelton, Washington. (Grace Deng/Washington State Standard)

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Report: Prisoners still routinely isolated in WA

At least 176 people from 2014 to 2023 have attempted suicide while in solitary confinement at a Washington…

Screenshot from Instagram profile @not.srtmiles for Miles Hudson, the “Belltown Hellcat.” (Screenshot)

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“Belltown Hellcat” arrested on Renton bench warrant

He recently attended a hearing in regards to domestic violence related charges for stalking and disclosing of intimate…

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Armed vehicular robbery | Renton police blotter

From the Renton police log

The Renton Regional Fire Authority had a booth at Renton River Days. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

Life

What’s going on around Renton? | Aug. 15 edition

Renton Farmers Market at Piazza Park runs every Tuesday at the same time until Sept. 24.

Primary candidates in the 2024 Washington state governor’s race. From left to right, Semi Bird (R), Bob Ferguson (D), Mark Mullet (D) and Dave Reichert (R). Photos courtesy of campaigns

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Ferguson and Reichert move toward Nov. showdown in governor’s race

Both dusted off intraparty challenges to their political right.

Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing
Puget Sound Fire Chief Brian Carson and Kent Police Chief Rafael Padilla discuss safety and security for Kent businesses.

News

Police and fire chiefs and Ferguson discuss public safety at summit

An upcoming informative event about fentanyl will be held Aug. 23 at the Renton Chamber of Commerce.

News

Renton teen sentenced for firing AK-47 at deputy

Prosecutors charged King, age 16 at the time of the two shootings, as an adult.

Renton Mayor Armondo Pavone, Governor Jay Inslee, and King County Executive Dow Constantine, as they celebrate the groundbreaking of the Sunset Gardens housing project. Courtesy of the City of Renton

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Renton earns another Governor’s Smart Communities Award

For its partnership with Sunset Gardens, the city won the Smart Partnership Award.

Perry Preston, owner of Stina’s Cellars. Photos by Annika Hauer

Business

Renton Farmers Market finds: Wine and mushrooms

Renton Farmers Market runs 3 to 7 p.m. every Tuesday at 233 Burnett Ave. S.

John Houston, 71, gave public comment to the Renton City Council on Aug. 8. Courtesy of City of Renton

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Renton council approves motion to research Houston family land issue

Renton City Council voted 4-2 to “see if there is anything council can do to assist” the Houston…

Seattle Sounders just beat the second placed LA Galaxy, 3-1, on Aug. 8 in a Leagues Cup match. (Screenshot from Sounders FC Facebook page)

Sports

Sounders stay alive in Leagues Cup, and it’s all about money

Commentary on the MLS, U.S. Open Cup and how fans can direct their support.

The Renton Farmers Market team with the Renton City Council. Photo Courtesy of William Ting/City of Renton

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Renton council roundup: Farmers Market Week proclamation

In other action: Council approves money for park and dock renovations.

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Victims get carjacked while trying to sell vehicle | Renton Police Blotter

From the Renton police log.

Photographs of Esther Arunong’s injuries. (Photo from court documents)

News

Kent mom charged with homicide for beating adult daughter to death

Woman admitting striking her daughter on the side of the head ‘so hard it bent the pan handle.’

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KC Sheriff’s Office needs to modify use-of-force notifications, report says

Office of Law Enforcement Oversight’s report includes seven recommendations.

Renton Regional Fire Authority is now an Accredited Agency with the Commission on Fire Accreditation International. Courtesy image.

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Renton Fire receives international accreditation for public safety

The Renton Regional Fire Authority now has Accredited Agency status with the Commission on Fire Accreditation International.

Kelly Affleck, Tomāto Tomäto Creative Space owner. Photo courtesy Annika Hauer

Business

Tomāto Tomäto Creative Space celebrates one year anniversary

Downtown Renton business hosted a craft swap recently.

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News

Free vaccines available for all kids in South King County

Go-Vax Kids, in collaboration with others, is hosting free vaccine events.

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Object thrown at boy on bike | Renton police blotter

From the Renton police log.

Renton Redhawks in the River Days Parade. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

Life

What’s going on around Renton? | Aug. 8 edition

Renton Farmers Market at Piazza Park runs every Tuesday at the same time until Sept. 24.